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Sprint Car-Styled Huset's Speedway A Handful For Lucas Oil Late Model Stars
BRANDON, S.D. (July 18) — Thursday's box score shows that Bobby Pierce breezed to yet another national touring victory on opening night of the Silver Dollar Nationals at Huset’s Speedway. Commanding all 40 laps from the front row, the Oakwood, Ill., superstar reaped his fifth triumph in a...
'They clearly like to have a good time'
Jul. 19—SEYMOUR — Champaign East Little League's 11U team spent Monday night practicing in what used to be Seymour's schoolhouse. The building — which coach David O'Malley renovated into Old School Sports — gave the all-star team a chance to practice on turf that once lined the Irwin Indoor Practice Facility as they geared up for the Illinois state tournament. "It's been fun," O'Malley said. ...
Grand Re-Opening of Overtime Energy | Better flavor. More energy.
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Overtime Energy Drinks’ Hilary Reinhart, Owner and Joslyn Warfel, Manager joins ciLiving to share all about their Grand Re-Opening. Overtime Energy Drinks strive to serve great tasting, energizing drinks to the Central Illinois community. From Overtime Energy Drinks:. 1.) We are rebranding and changing...
UPDATE: Wife of Pour Bros. manager speaks out after judge’s verdict
URBANA, Ill (WCIA) — The man accused of killing a Champaign bar manager outside his workplace has been found not guilty by reason of insanity. Fidele Tshimanga was tried from the bench on Friday by Judge Matthew Lee on charges that included first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, burglary and armed robbery. In a […]
Subway sandwich shop in southeast Urbana closes; space up for lease
Jul. 18—URBANA — The Subway sandwich shop at The Pines at Stone Creek Commons in southeast Urbana is now closed, leaving its suite up for lease. According to a from Guth and Associates, the 1,625-square-foot space at 2740 S. Philo Road, Suite A, is managed by Fairlawn Real Estate. "Property owner has the ability to add a drive through/pick up lane for this endcap suite," the firm wrote. ...
Kids highlight banned books for National Day of Action at Champaign school
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Ujima Freedom School scholars gathered together to share the importance of reading banned books on Wednesday. The children from the summer educational program were at Dr. Howard Elementary School for the National Day of Social Action. Their theme this year was “Protect the Freedom to Read.” This highlights the current movement […]
Girls flag football coming to Urbana High School this fall
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A year after reviving the boys football program, Urbana High School will be offering another opportunity for more students. The new official school sport taking the field this fall is girls flag football. Danville and Peoria High School already have teams. The seven-on-seven football season will run from August until October. […]
Vendors, volunteers needed for Champaign-Urbana Days
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign-Urbana Days is just a few weeks away, and organizers are still seeking vendors and volunteers to join in the long-standing event. CU Days have been celebrated for more than 30 years. The two-day event aims to honor the twin cities’ shared heritage and culture. 2024’s festivities will feature live performances, local cuisine (including […]
Illini WBB still pushing for first '25 commitment: 'You've got to trust those relationships'
CHAMPAIGN — Shauna Green had hopes of an early commitment in the Class of 2025, a highly-regarded recruit to get the ball rolling in an important recruiting cycle. Illinois, though, is still waiting for that commitment. Green and her coaching staff are in the thick of recruiting highly-rated national prospects. The kinds of prospects who aren't in a rush to make a commitment and have no shortage of collegiate options. The kind of prospects that Illinois in the past had no business recruiting, but the wins and relationships built since this coaching staff took over in Champaign have given the Illini a fighting chance.
DB Terrance Brooks Gives Three Reasons For Choosing To Transfer To Illinois
With a winning record and lead by example attitude, transfer cornerback Terrance Brooks has three important reasons why he chose to bring his talents to the Fighting Illini
Illini Assistant Orlando Antigua Details Pursuit Of Five-Star Recruit Will Riley
Illinois assistant coach Orlando Antigua once tried to recruit Will Riley while as an assistant coach at Kentucky. It was his efforts that ultimately brought Riley to Illinois.
Former Illini Football star ranked as Top 10 NFL DB
Former Illini football star, Devon Witherspoon, was ranked as a top 10 defensive back in the NFL by top execs, scouts, and coaches. In a recent story by ESPN NFL reporter, Jeremy Fowler spoke with top executives and personnel to compile a list of the best defensive backs. Witherspoon, a second-year player for the Seattle Seahawks, was listed as the ninth-best amongst an awe-inspiring list of defensive backs. After an extremely impressive rookie season, the 23-year-old Witherspoon is ready for stardom.
Danville prepares for inaugural flag football season
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Danville High School jumped at the chance to compete in girls’ flag football from the moment the sport was added to the fall calendar. “It was like a little birdie in our ear like hey, be prepared, because we’re going to have a lot of ladies who want to come out,” […]
12-year-old missing boy found dead in Vermilion River
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The search for a missing 12-year-old boy in the Vermilion River came to an end on Friday with the recovery of his body. Officials with the Danville Police Department said the boy was found at 12:20 p.m., a quarter mile downstream of where he went missing Monday night. The boy’s family […]
Tenth Annual American Legion State Golf Tournament will be held in Danville on August 3rd & 4th
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE AREA CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU RELEASE. The 10th annual American Legion State Golf Tournament will be held in Danville on August 3rd & 4th (2024) at Harrison Park Golf Course and Turtle Run Golf Club. Opening ceremonies will begin at 8 AM Saturday, Aug 3...
Pistol Shrimp Announce Monday Road Game to Shift to a Two-Fer Tuesday
There's been a slight adjustment to the Pistol Shrimp game schedule for next week. Monday's road game at Danville has been shifted to Tuesday, creating a doubleheader that day. The Pistol Shrimp are off Sunday and Monday as they prepare for the two-game Tuesday. In cases of scheduled double-headers, the games will each be just seven innings long.
Chicago shooting: Postal worker shot to death in front of West Pullman home ID'd, officials say
A postal worker was shot to death while on the job in front of a South Side home on Friday, officials said.Chicago police said the shooting happened in the West Pullman neighborhood's 12100-block of South Harvard Avenue just before 11:40 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchNeighbors who did not want to appear camera told ABC7 they saw a car driving toward the victim's USPS truck before hearing at least 10 shots in broad daylight.Police said the offender, identified only as male, approached a 48-year-old woman, took out a gun and fired shots. She suffered multiple gunshot...
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